Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of French Lobster Thermidor, a culinary masterpiece that combines tender lobster meat with a creamy, rich sauce, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 whole lobsters (about 1.5 lbs each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the lobsters in salted water for about 8-10 minutes until cooked. Remove and let cool.
- Once cooled, remove the lobster meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add the chopped lobster meat and parsley to the sauce, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fill the lobster shells with the lobster mixture and top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy your French Lobster Thermidor Delight!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of brandy to the sauce.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg